October 1 - June 14

Wintertime in Kerlingarfjöll

Intense. Invigorating. Incredible.

Kerlingarfjöll in winter

During the long highland winter, subzero temperatures and limited daylight create an extreme wonderland of snow-covered mountainscapes, hypnotic hot springs, and star-filled nights.

Hospitality in the extremes

Accommodations

Our oasis is your refuge. Take your pick. Standard rooms. Premium suites. Private lodges. Find comfort in the heart of nowhere.

Explore an untamed wonderland

Adventures

Cross-country skiing. Backcountry skiing. Snowmobiling. Hot spring hiking. Wintertime adventuring in Kerlingarfjöll holds a world of thrilling possibilities.

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Welcoming. Relaxing. Captivating.

Inclusions for you

Make the most of our hospitality oasis with these complimentary experiences. Enjoy a complimentary drink, listen to enchanting stories, relax in our Highland Baths, and discover the night sky through a high-powered telescope (winter only).

An edge-of-your-seat journey

Getting here in Winter

The highland routes are not serviced during wintertime. We can only be reached with a 4x4 super jeep driven by a professional.

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Highland Base

Our stories

Prepare for adventure

Map of Kerlingarfjöll

Highland Base Lodges

Private residences designed for supreme comfort. The ultimate in Highland Base accommodations.

Highland Baths

Highland Base Restaurant

80-seat restaurant with bistro comfort food, buffet dining, and a lounge.

Highland Base Hostel

Standard twin and family rooms offer coziness and warmth in a rustic atmosphere.

Highland Base Hotel

Deluxe rooms and luxury suites provide elevated comfort for lavish explorers.

Highland Base Huts

A-frame huts with sleeping bag accommodations. Summer only.

Highland Base Campsite

A spacious riverside campground. Summer only.

Campsite Service House

Shared facilities—kitchen, toilets, and showers—for campsite and huts. Summer only.